Dr. Halsey's presentation at the National Vaccine Advisory Committee Workshop on Thimerosal and Vaccines held in Bethesda, Maryland on August 11-12, 1999.  

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Slide Notes:

During the past few years, public concern about product safety had increased. As a society, we are more concerned than ever about chemical contamination in the environment and in food; we demand that our automobiles be as safe as possible including airbags and optimal seatbelt design; and almost daily, we see recalls of toys and other products for children. These are only a part of the overall concern to make the world as safe as possible for everyone, especially children. The increased focus on drug safety - including vaccine safety - is a logical part of this overall concern.